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Cardinals manager Mike Shildt expects to use a matchup approach in the late-innings in 2019.

Jordan Hicks and Andrew Miller figure to get most of the save chances, but Shildt doesn't want to lock them into specific roles. Miller could conceivably be used in a high-leverage spot in the seventh inning one day before seeing a save chance the next. "My job is to put guys in position where they have the best chance to be successful," said Shildt. "The way it shakes out one day could be totally reversed two days later." While it isn't an ideal situation for fantasy owners who would prefer a designated closer, it's easy to see the potential advantages for St. Louis. Jan 21 - 11:05 AM

Cardinals signed LHP Andrew Miller to a two-year, $25 million contract with a $12 million vesting option for 2021.

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic has the specifics on the deal, which guarantees Miller at least $27.5 million when you include a $2.5 million buyout. The option will vest if he makes 110 appearances from 2019-20. President of baseball operations John Mozeliak said he envisions using Miller "in high leverage situations... when you talk about role, there will be some flexibility in that." He'll provide a big boost to the Cardinals if healthy, but there's some risk since he'll turn 34 in May and is coming off an injury-plagued season. Fri, Dec 21, 2018 11:57:00 AM

Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that that Cardinals are closing in on Andrew Miller.

Frank Kusumano of KSDK reports that it's a two-year deal with a vesting option; likely tied to the amount of games Miller finishes. Loads of teams have shown interested in procuring Miller's services this winter, but it appears he's on his way to St. Louis. He battled injuries in 2018 and posted a disappointing 4.24 ERA last year with the Indians. When healthy, however, the southpaw has been among the best relievers in baseball, as seen in his 1.44 ERA and 95 strikeouts over 62 2/3 innings for the Indians the year before. If he shows that stuff, the Cardinals are going to have an excellent stopper in their bullpen for 2019 and beyond. Thu, Dec 20, 2018 07:49:00 PM

Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports that the Phillies are still "strongly" in on Andrew Miller.

Philadelphia has also been connected to Zach Britton, as they seem like a good bet to land one of the marquee left-handed free agent relievers. Miller seemingly should be gettable at a cheaper price given the age difference between the two. The Yankees, Cardinals and Mets have also been connected to Miller. Fri, Dec 14, 2018 01:28:00 PM

Depth Charts

Yadier Molina said Monday that he's open to playing another season after his contract expires following the 2020 campaign, but only for the Cardinals.

Molina has said previously that he planned to retire when his contract ran out, but obviously he's now reconsidering. "Last year was a good year I think," said Molina. "It all depends what happens these two years. If the Cardinals want to do it one more time, I'll only do it with the Cardinals." Molina -- who will turn 37 in July -- hit .261/.314/.436 with 20 homers and 74 RBI last season.

Alex Reyes (lat) has been throwing for the last couple of weeks at the Cardinals' spring training complex in Jupiter, Florida.

"He is currently long-tossing without limitation and beginning to practice his pitching mechanics," Cardinals president John Mozeliak wrote in an email to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. "(He) will likely start mound progression in the next 1-2 weeks." Reyes appears poised to enter camp with a clean bill of health after logging just four major league innings over the last two seasons due to lat and elbow injuries. He will be looked at for a range of different roles this spring, including starting pitcher and high-leverage reliever. The young right-hander warrants monitoring in all standard fantasy leagues.

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